The Recall Desk
CriticalFDA (Food)·H-1262-2026·Announced 2026-09-02

Sirna & Sons Jalapeno Peppers Recalled for Potential Salmonella Javiana

Sirna & Sons Produce is recalling 249 bags of 1 lb jalapeno peppers due to potential Salmonella Javiana contamination. The product was distributed for food service use in Ohio and Pennsylvania.

What this means for you

Highest-severity recall. Risk of serious injury or death is documented or strongly suspected. Stop using the product now and follow the agency's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class I, which per the rubric mandates a severity score of 5 (Critical) regardless of other factors, as it indicates a reasonable probability of serious adverse health consequences.

Plain-English summary

Sirna and Sons Produce, Inc is recalling 249 bags of 1 lb jalapeno peppers (Product Number: 55255) due to potential Salmonella Javiana contamination. The product was repackaged into 1 lb plastic bags and distributed exclusively for food service use. The recall covers specific lot numbers 60947409 and 60991812 with pack dates of 07/13/26 and 07/23/26.

The affected product was distributed in Ohio and Pennsylvania. The recall is classified as Class I by the FDA, indicating a reasonable probability that the use of, or exposure to, the violative product may cause serious adverse health consequences or death.

Consumers and food service operators should check their inventory for the specific lot numbers and pack dates listed above. If the product is found, it should be discarded or returned to the point of purchase. No illnesses have been reported in connection with this recall.

The recalled product

Product
Sirna & Sons Produce PEPPER JALAPENO BREAK 1LB, repackaged into 1 lb. plastic bags, Product Number: 55255, Packed by Sirna & Sons Produce 7176 State Route 88, Ravenna, OH 44266, distributed for food service use only
Affected units
249

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (3)

  • Lot Numbers: 60947409
  • 60991812 Pack Dates: 07/13/26
  • 07/23/26 Internal Product Number: 00184

Distribution

Distributed in 2 states: